Sports & Recreation

The Summer Playhouse 1939

Mohawk Riding Academy

For four decades Lake visitors had the unique experience of horse-back riding at the Mohawk Riding Academy. Located on Old Lake Road a short distance from the bridge at Sunset, the facility was owned and operated by the Norman James family.

Harvey's Lake Ski Area

In late January 1965 Pennsylvania Governor William W. Scranton declared January 22-31 as “Pennsylvania Ski Week.” The State was promoting its growth as a winter sports destination especially in the Pocono Mountains region.

The Winter Lake

This article reviews winter activities and incidents at the Lake generally between 1874 and 1968 when recreational pursuits on the ice were a common feature. The weather was generally colder and the Lake offered fun and danger to both guests and the settled Lake residents.